DALMATIAN ISLAND TREASURES

After breakfast our English-speaking guide and coach will come to the pier. We’ll visit the historical center of Dubrovnik, the famous city enlisted as UNESCO’s World Heritage Site, where your guide will show you the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik, known as “The Pearl of Adriatic”. Return coach transfer is scheduled between 12:00-13:00. Lunch onboard and sail out for Slano, located on the mainland. Slano is picturesque place on the Dubrovnik Riviera, with a beautiful beach, dense pine forest and olive groves. For those interested, an optional excursion to Ston will be organized. Ston is a fortified town known for its 5-kilometer-long walls, historic saltworks and oyster and mussel farms. Reservations and payment on the spot. Overnight in Slano, (B,L) 

Our day starts with a morning departure towards Mljet National Park. When we arrive there, you’ll have just enough time to explore park, walk around the Great and Small Lake, visit the Islet of St. Mary with its Benedictine Monastery from the 12th century and, of course, take a swim in the heart of National Park. Entrance fees to Mljet National Park are included. With lunch served onboard, we’ll sail for the Island of Korčula, arriving there in the afternoon. Town of Korčula is the island’s main settlement and is known as the birthplace of Marco Polo, one of the world’s most famous explorers of all times. Our English-speaking guide will take you for a tour of Korčula Town, through its narrow and cobbled streets and its rich history. You’ll have rest of the evening free to enjoy dining at one of the local restaurants of your choice. Overnight in Korčula Historical Town, (B,L)

In the morning we’ll cruise to the Island of Vis, with lunch onboard and a swim stop en route. Arrival to Vis is scheduled for the afternoon. Compared to other Adriatic islands, Vis is rather unique. Being an important strategic military stronghold for centuries, Vis was spared the excessive tourist development and thus retained it unspool beaches, ecological agriculture and traditional architecture. Enjoy afternoon, exploring the town of Vis, its picturesque stone streets, pristine beaches and fine taverns. For those interested, an optional Vis Island excursion will be organized, including a visit to Komiža, a charming fishermen’s village. Reservations and payment on the spot. Overnight in Vis Town, (B,L)

Today we will cruise to the island of Biševo and its Blue Cave, one of the most famous natural attractions in the Adriatic Sea. The Blue Cave is a sea cave that can only be accessed by boat. However, high waves may occasionally prevent entry, which cannot be determined in advance of the scheduled visit. For this reason, entrance fees are payable on the spot. After a swim stop and lunch onboard, we will continue cruising along numerous coves and bays towards Hvar, the sunniest Croatian island and one of the country’s most attractive tourist destinations, known as a meeting point for international jet-setters. Upon arrival to Hvar, a local English-speaking guide will take you on a walking tour of this unique city, introducing its rich history, culture and way of life. After the tour, you will have the evening at leisure to explore and enjoy dinner at one of the many family-owned restaurants and traditional taverns. Overnight in Hvar Historical Town, (B,L)

In the morning we’ll cruise towards Bol, a place best known for its beach of Zlatni Rat (Golden Cape), which regularly hits the top lists of the most beautiful European beaches. Once we stop in Bol, you can enjoy simple pleasures such as taking a walk around this nice little Dalmatian town, perhaps having a cup of coffee or a swim, until lunch is served onboard. After lunch we’ll continue cruising toward Milna, charming seaside village on the island of Brač, known for its beautiful stone houses and peaceful atmosphere. On this evening we will have Captain’s dinner on board, along with live music entertainment. Overnight in Milna, (B,L,CD with live music)

In the morning we'll sail out for Split, where our English-speaking guide will do Split City tour, walking us through the world-famous Diocletian’s Palace. Over 1700 years old, Split abounds with cultural and historical sights, lots of them situated within the Split’s historical nucleus which has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List ever since 1979. After lunch onboard, we will continue to Trogir, another city inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list, arriving there during afternoon. This town - museum is literally packed with palaces, churches, monasteries and towers. A professional English-speaking guide will take us for a city tour of Trogir and be left on your own to explore this lively and bustling Mediterranean city and to enjoy an intimate farewell dinner on your own. Overnight in Trogir, (B,L)

After breakfast, the time has come to say farewell to all your new friends. (B)